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3 outdoor pools, sun loungers
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3 outdoor pools, sun loungers
3 outdoor pools, sun loungers

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Plot 2, Turtle Bay Road, Watamu
  • Place, Watamu Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Prawn Lake
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Malindi Beach
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Airport, Malindi (MYD)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1500 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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One-Bedroom Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1000 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Duplex Suite

  • 3000 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Ocean Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 4477 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 6 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Medina Ocean Lodge

  • Ocean view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 4 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Palmerie Beach Villa

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Watamu

Close to the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Watamu Beach and Prawn Lake. Also, Mida Creek is within 3 miles (5 km) and Ruins of Gedi is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Watamu Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Prawn Lake - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Mida Creek - 7 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Ruins of Gedi - 17 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Malindi Beach - 29 min drive - 17.4 miles

Getting around

  • Malindi (MYD) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Non Solo Gelato Blue Moon - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Amici Miei Pastries Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪7 Vizi Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Willy Beach Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Beach Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Medina Palms

Family-friendly 4.5-star hotel near Watamu Beach
Medina Palms offers its guests 3 outdoor swimming pools and a fitness center. There are 3 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and 2 meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 1300 square feet (121 square meters) and includes conference space. Spa services, a terrace, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the luxury Medina Palms. A shopping center shuttle and a train station drop-off service are available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Watamu hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • 3 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 1300 sq ft of conference space
  • 121 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 2011
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Coffee shop
Medina Palms offers 50 shared accommodations with air conditioning, safes, and complimentary bottled water. Beds feature Select Comfort mattresses. Accommodations at this 4.5-star hotel have kitchenettes with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Sakina Ocean Spa has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: KES 3,500 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Books
  • Children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Video library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Free bottled water
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Mixer
  • Oven
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Medina Palms

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 11 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately KES 3500 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses some solar energy; some water is reused through a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child 11 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Medina Palms Hotel
Medina Palms Watamu
Medina Palms Hotel Watamu

Frequently asked questions

How close is Medina Palms to the airport?

Medina Palms is 12.8 mi (37-min drive) away from the Malindi (MYD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Medina Palms?

As of Jun 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Medina Palms on Jun 9, 2026 start from $384, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Medina Palms have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Medina Palms.

How close is Medina Palms to the beach?

This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Watamu Beach and 14.9 mi (44-min drive) from Malindi Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Medina Palms offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Medina Palms, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of KES 3500 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Medina Palms?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Medina Palms?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Medina Palms?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Medina Palms have a pool?

Medina Palms features 3 outdoor pools.

Does Medina Palms have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 3 restaurants on site.

Does Medina Palms have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Sakina Ocean Spa, where you can enjoy sports massages, body wraps, and facials.

How close is Medina Palms to downtown Watamu?

Medina Palms is 2.1 mi away from Watamu.

Medina Palms Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel has superb.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great community and amenities with very high level of service.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, extremely friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

McDonald Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent quiet romantic location. Top rated conditions and facilities. Friendly courteous staff. Intriguing blend of architecture
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fatuma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend one of the best resort I have ever stayed (:
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

LINDA

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely establishment for a quiet rejuvenating get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diosa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Medina Palms never disappoints. One of my favorite places on the planet - excellent food, cleanliness, hospitality - and always feels like home every time I go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pape

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were excellent. Kids loved it
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff who were most helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amine

Very good discovery Amazing place, great Staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This must rate as one of the best hotels i have ever stayed in. The food is fabulous. An outdoor restaurant. Great seafood. The room was great. Clean and beautiful. I really liked it. The facilities are great. A beach and lovely swimming pools. I will go back for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Madina Palms was simply outstanding from the time we checked in all the way through to check out. Our experience at this hotel was flawless. A special shout out to the entire team who work so hard to make the dream happen. We will visit again whenever we find ourselves in beautiful Watamu. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing

What an amazing stay we have had. Literally everyone so friendly, warm, welcoming & polite. Beach bar setting gorgeous shame it doesn’t have a later closing time because we preferred it to the main building bar. Food plentiful & delicious. Sophia was our main person to look after us! Great service from all team Medina Palms, congratulations.
Hotel restaurant.
Decorations for a wedding.
Infinite pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Magda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I will definitely revisit

The hotel is amazing, very clean and the staff are friendly and provide quality service. One thing that was not very good was the food prices. Lunch and dinner as well as drinks cost a lot and often not quite adequate to quality. However, I did recommend the hotel to friends already :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Matteo

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Very slow , no attention to details
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Allt var bra!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fabio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bella struttura, con camera penthouse da 280mq veramente bella. Personale disponibile e simpatico
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Erinomainen, eksklusiivinen paikka

Palvelu pelaa hienosti ja ystävällistä henkilökuntaa riittää. Avarat huoneistot ja useita mahdollisuuksia rentoutumiseen. Hotellilla ei sallita "äänekästä" elämää (musiikkikaiuttimet yms) mm. altailla. Hyvä aamupala.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

WELLY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superbe expérience, service merveilleux, personnel chaleureux et très très beau cadre. Je reviendrai définitivement!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ayelén

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Espectacular ! Volveremos !!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place

This is a great peaceful hotel with fantastic staff and great rooms. The private beach area was a highlight with it’s only little bar and restaurant
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Watson Safari

We only stayed for two nights after a week on safari and it was the perfect place to re-group and relax before our next adventure. Highly recommend Medina Palms for families.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful resort. The staff were even better. Do not hesitant to book, you will not regret it!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean Claude

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
best service
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021